The Houston Texans made a surprising roster move ahead of their Week 12 matchup. They released running back Dameon Pierce and exposed him to waivers. On Friday, the NFL transaction wire confirmed what many expected: Pierce officially cleared waivers. That officially makes him a free agent for the first time in his career. Now, at just 25 years old, the former Texans starter suddenly finds himself one of the most intriguing late-season options on the open market.

Pierce’s release marks the end of a turbulent run in Houston. He was once viewed as the future of the Texans’ backfield. Early on, the former fourth-round pick burst onto the scene with a standout rookie campaign in 2022. He rushed for 939 yards and finished with over 1,100 scrimmage yards. His bruising style and relentless ya

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